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What is impulse spending and why is it so hard to avoid?

Everyone, except perhaps the most frugal among us, makes purchases from time to time which they hadn’t anticipated or planned for.

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What COVID-19 can teach us about personal finance

The pandemic has highlighted how quickly and dramatically elements which originated thousands of miles away can disrupt our entire way of life. A microscopic virus, invisible to the human eye, has shuttered borders, transformed the economy, and altered...

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How do I build and maintain an emergency fund?

Simply asking this question means you’re already on your way to financial health. Take a moment to congratulate yourself — recognizing the perils of unplanned and unexpected costs is a massive milestone and will mark a major turning point in your relationship...

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12 holiday budgeting tips to stay jolly into the new year

Make a plan to reduce your holiday season spending – and stress – with our top 12 tips.

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Money and possessions are how we make our way in this world. And when someone comes looking to take those things away, that threatens our way of life. Naturally, our only options are to fight, flee or freeze.

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Be financially strong as an ox!

The Canadian economy has enjoyed more than 10 years of robust growth, yet only around half of Canadians are in good financial shape — and the COVID-19 pandemic certainly hasn’t improved matters.

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Despite the fearless efforts of previous generations there remains a pronounced gender wealth gap in Canada, along with persistent stereotypes and stigmas about how women manage their money. In celebration of International Women’s Day 2021, and...

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Change your financial habits, change your financial life

Bad financial habits are easy to fall into and impact wealthy households, low income individuals, the highly educated and uneducated alike. They can cause all sorts of personal and financial difficulties — but it’s often not until they’ve...

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What's the income threshold to file a bankruptcy?

Many people are surprised to learn there is no minimum or maximum income threshold to file a Bankruptcy. Individual financial situations are so unique that it’s possible someone earning $10,000 per month is just as eligible to file a Bankruptcy...

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Can I keep my car if I file a Bankruptcy?

Fear of losing needed or cherished assets is one of the most common reasons why people are hesitant to file a Bankruptcy. And a motor vehicle is understandably one of the assets potential bankrupts are most fearful of losing. Unfortunately, there isn’t...

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